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The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114–95 on April 28 at Frost Bank Center, controlling the matchup with superior efficiency and defensive intensity. De'Aaron Fox led the Spurs with 21 points, while Justin Champagnie added 19 as San Antonio shot 54.7 percent from the field and connected on 12 three-pointers. Portland's Deni Avdija paced the visitors with 22 points, but the Trail Blazers managed only 35.1 percent shooting and made just 11 threes, struggling throughout the contest. The Spurs' defense was suffocating, holding a 120.3 defensive rating compared to Portland's 95.8 offensive mark, and San Antonio dominated the glass with 42 rebounds to Portland's 38. The second quarter proved decisive, with the Spurs outscoring Portland 29–21 to build a decisive cushion they never relinquished. The final margin of 19 points fell well short of the Vegas total of 219.5, a low-scoring affair that reflected San Antonio's defensive prowess. The Spurs' win strengthens their playoff positioning as Portland faces mounting pressure in the postseason race.
